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Herschend to acquire Silverwood
Herschend adds largest amusement & water park in Northwest to its portfolio.
Six Flags reports loss despite higher attendance
EBITDA and per capita spending also down.
United Parks posts declines in revenue, income and attendance
"We are obviously not happy with the results we delivered in the quarter."
Cedar Point may have been target of attack
Law enforcement believes three men arrested in Michigan were planning something.
Fans say farewell to Six Flags America
The park opened as a wildlife center in 1974.
Woman hit by duck on roller coaster sues SeaWorld Orlando
The woman claims negligence on the part of SeaWorld, and her lawyers seek a jury trial.
Travis Kelce partners with Jana Partners to influence Six Flags
Jana now owns about 9% of the company.
Woman dies of apparent suicide at Disney's Contemporary Resort
Early reports incorrectly suggested that she was struck by a monorail.
SIX adds Jonathan Brudnick to board
Once the previously announced departures happen, there will be 11 people on the board.
SeaWorld San Antonio announces Barracuda Strike, an inverted family coaster
The ride is expected to open in spring 2026.
Bassoul stepping down from Six Flags board
The former CEO of the legacy Six Flags will resign as executive board charir.
Disney raises ticket prices, crosses $200 for certain dates
The company raised prices for both of its US resorts.
Brian Knoebel takes over as president of family's amusement park
Brian Knoebel will succeed his father, Richard “Dick” Knoebel, who served as president since 1988.
Marineland says it must euthanize 30 whales if Canada does not provide funding
The park is financially unstable and trying to sell the animals.
Six Flags Over Texas announces tallest, fastest dive roller coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run
The new B&M roller coaster is expected to open in 2026.
Dollywood announces NightFlight Expedition hybrid attraction for 2026
The ride will combine roller coaster and whitewater river elements.
Man dies after ride on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
The identity and circumstances of the death have not been shared.
SeaWorld Orlando announces suspended dark ride
The ride is expected to open in 2026.
Jurassic Park River Adventure will be closed most of next year for refurbishment at Islands of Adventure
It isn't clear what about the ride will change.
Disney settles wage lawsuit in California
The company will pay more than 50,000 current and former employees in the settlement.
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